Moving Volume Calculator
Not sure how much space your move will take up? Use the calculator below to estimate the cubic metres (m³) of the belongings you plan to move.
Your moving volume helps determine the space needed for transport and is one of the factors used when preparing a moving quote.
Estimate the Volume of Your Move
Select the items you’re planning to move and the calculator will give you an estimated total volume in cubic metres. If you’re unsure about an item, choose the closest equivalent — the result is a planning estimate and can be refined later.
Know Your Volume? See What Your Move Could Cost
Once you have an approximate volume, use it in the Palmers Moving Cost Calculator to get an indicative cost for your move.
What Does m³ Mean When Moving House?
Cubic metres (m³) measure how much space your belongings take up.
Removalists use volume because a move is not just about how many items you have. A large sofa, dining table or stack of boxes can take up very different amounts of space, so cubic metres give a more useful picture of the size of the move.
Your estimated volume helps work out things such as the space needed in a truck or container and is one of the factors used when preparing a moving quote.
One cubic metre
Think of a space measuring one metre wide, one metre deep and one metre high.
What People Often Forget to Include
It’s easy to remember the large furniture and forget the smaller things spread around the house. Before you finish your estimate, check areas such as the garage, balcony, laundry, storage cupboards and outdoor spaces.
Items that are often missed include:
A few forgotten items may not make much difference, but an entire garage or balcony can change the volume more than you expect.
Check the spaces that are easy to forget
Want a More Accurate Moving Quote?
Your volume estimate is a useful starting point. If you’re planning a move, Palmers can review what you’re moving, where it’s going and the service you need to prepare a more detailed quote.